Right-wing pundit Megyn Kelly apparently thinks that former First Lady Michelle Obama speaking openly and honestly about her experiences as a mother and wife is an issue that needs attention.

On Friday, Kelly shared a parody video on X, formerly Twitter, which features her mockingly impersonating the “Becoming” author with a character she created called “Megyn O.” In the roughly five-minute clip, Kelly pretends to be the former first lady talking about her personal life on a podcast. (Obama and her brother, Craig Robinson, launched a new podcast series, titled “IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson,” back in March.)

The former Fox News Host put her own spin on some of the conversations Obama has had on her “IMO” podcast, as well as various appearances she’s made on other platforms.

One part of the parody video featured a real clip of Obama’s appearance on “The Diary of a CEO” podcast last month, in which she talked about her fertility struggles, undergoing vitro fertilization and experiencing pregnancy loss, during the nearly 90-minute video interview. Obama said on the podcast at the time that she speaks openly about her own experiences because she doesn’t think there’s enough public conversations about women’s health.

She said that the lack of discussions surrounding pregnancy loss can cause women who experience it to feel isolated, or as if they are in some way at fault. “And that can become the first pressure point in a marriage,” she said.

Speaking further about fertility struggles, pregnancy and raising kids — and how all of those things can impact marriages and relationships — Obama said: “Babies… little people with their own sense of everything… they mess you up.”

“You love them dearly, but they’re a hassle,” she said with a laugh. “And they’re demanding, and they have their own whims, and now they’re in your world, in your partnership, they are factored into everything.”

Kelly took a swipe at this part of Obama’s appearance on “The Diary of a CEO.”

In her parody video, Kelly, while pretending to be Obama, said, “I don’t understand these women, who have these kids … do you know what having children does to your life? It ruins it. Your life is ruined. Say goodbye to your happiness, whatever may have existed.”

The former Fox News host has criticized Obama for being vulnerable and for sharing aspects about her personal life before.

Back in April, Kelly and former Fox News host Tucker Carlson slammed the former first lady for talking about the racism and bias that still plague the U.S. during her appearance on Jay Shetty’s podcast. And earlier that month, Kelly complained about Obama talking publicly about the ups and downs in her marriage to former President Barack Obama, saying, “Every word she says about Barack Obama is negative.”

But Kelly’s attacks targeting Obama’s vulnerability can cause harm to others listening at home, said Heather Crampton, a licensed professional counselor and clinical supervisor with Thriveworks.

Not only can mocking someone sharing their personal struggles — as Kelly did — “breed shame and discourage open and honest dialogue” for the intended target, but the right-wing pundit’s parody video can cause a “chilling effect” for viewers at home, Crampton told HuffPost.

“People who are already hesitant to talk about sensitive topics like fertility challenges, marital strain, or the stress of parenting might feel that if a prominent woman is ridiculed for her honesty, they too will be judged or laughed at for admitting similar struggles,” she said. “This dynamic reinforces stigma and the idea that you should keep difficulties private or pretend everything is fine, which can lead to feelings of isolation, guilt or shame.”

“In contrast, when vulnerability is met with respect, it empowers others to be open and seek support,” she continued. “While criticism of ideas is part of public discourse, mocking personal hardship often does more harm than good, both to the individual being targeted and to anyone watching who relates to those experiences.”

“When people in the public eye share what they’ve gone through with things such as IVF, miscarriages, marital strain or the exhaustion of raising children, subjects that are often very isolating, it sends a message that these aren’t a sign of failure, they are just part of being human,” Crampton said. “When a respected figure like Michelle Obama shares that she went through fertility issues, it helps others going through that feel less alone and empowered to seek help.”

She also emphasized that these conversations in the public help counter the “myth that only certain types of people face these problems.”

“Overall, sharing honestly helps create a culture where people feel safer seeking help, expressing their emotions, and supporting one another through the inevitable difficulties of relationships and family life,” she added.

And for anyone who is feeling overwhelmed by parenting responsibilities or going through a difficult period in their marriage or relationship, Crampton emphasized that it’s important to reach out to someone you trust.

“If that isn’t available to you in your personal life, consider professional support,” she said. “For immediate reprieve, take some small breaks when you can such as going for a walk or a few minutes of meditation, or journaling your feelings. Getting your thoughts out, even if on paper, can make a huge difference.”

Crampton said that a good starting point for getting help can be contacting your primary care provider, or your insurance company for referrals to mental health services.

“Many communities also have parenting helplines and relationship resources you can contact confidentially,” she added.

According to Megyn Kelly, Beyoncé hasn’t faced much backlash for releasing country music… even though a quick Google search will tell you otherwise.

During a segment of “The Megyn Kelly Show” posted online Thursday, the former Fox News host complained to guest Glenn Greenwald that Beyoncé’s current world tour features an onstage clip of Kelly criticizing the marketing behind the singer’s 2024 country album, “Cowboy Carter.”

Kelly was not pleased and accused Beyoncé of playing “the victim,” suggesting that the singer is exaggerating the hostility she’s faced for putting out country music.

“The vast majority of consumers and her fans celebrated her to high heaven,” Kelly said, before later claiming “[Beyoncé] had to scour the internet to find anybody who offered any criticism of this move whatsoever.”

But googling any combination of the words “Beyoncé,” “criticism,” and “country music” will generate several news articles highlighting the singer’s turbulent experience in the country music world, including the hostility she faced after releasing the 2016 song “Daddy Lessons” on the album “Lemonade.”

When Beyoncé, a Houston native, performed the song alongside The Chicks at the 2016 Country Music Association Awards, their performance was met with swift backlash and a wave of racist attacks from country music fans online.

“Having Beyoncé perform at the CMA Awards is like having Taylor Swift perform at the BET Awards,” one person wrote on X, formerly Twitter, at the time.

Beyoncé “isn’t even what country represents,” wrote another, per The New York Times.

Natalie Maines, lead singer of The Chicks, told Howard Stern in 2020 that there was a “weird vibe in the building” the night she performed with Beyoncé, and said that furious “racist assholes” emailed the CMAs and bombarded the social channels for the CMA Awards in response to the singer’s performance.

Beyoncé shared on Instagram in March last year that her “Cowboy Carter” album was born out of “an experience” in which she “did not feel welcomed.” While she did not explicitly mention the CMA Awards, it’s widely understood that she was alluding to the polarizing 2016 performance.

“The criticisms I faced when I first entered this genre forced me to propel past the limitations that were put on me,” she wrote at the time.

Beyoncé has since made history in the country music industry, which has a history of racism and discrimination despite country’s Black roots. Last year, she became the first Black woman to top Billboard’s country music chart with the song “Texas Hold ’Em.”

Even so, “Cowboy Carter” was controversially shut out of last year’s CMA Awards nominations.

Monica Cwynar, a licensed clinical social worker with Thriveworks who specializes in trauma and coping skills, said that “the backlash Beyoncé has received for exploring country music can be viewed as a reflection of deep-rooted biases in the music industry and society at large.”

“People like to put individuals in boxes that make them comfortable. When she chose to explore a genre that has been dominated by white performers, some people may feel threatened or angry, as if she doesn’t have a right to be in this space,” Cwynar said. “As an artist from Texas, she has the cultural backdrop to authentically engage with country music.”

“Music should bring us together,” she added. “Her decision to continue releasing country music despite pushback highlights her commitment to artistic expression and authenticity, serving as an important statement about inclusivity in music.”

Cwynar said that Kelly’s remarks about Beyoncé dismiss the criticism and discrimination the singer faces, and that the former Fox News host is speaking to her “own personal bias.”

“This perspective reinforces a narrative that often seeks to silence Black voices and experiences, suggesting that there is a right way for Black artists to navigate their careers,” she said.

Cwynar said that Kelly’s suggestion that Beyoncé didn’t face significant criticism entering the country music world could be seen as a form of gaslighting.

“By suggesting that Beyoncé’s experiences with criticism are nonexistent or exaggerated, it attempts to undermine her lived reality and negate her perspective,” she said. “This diminishes the authenticity of her experiences and can lead to greater feelings of isolation and confusion for those who may relate to her struggles.”

“I have seen this in my practice; it leads to increased feelings of self-doubt, anxiety and depression, as individuals may begin to question their perceptions of reality,” Cwynar said. “It can also exacerbate feelings of isolation, as victims might feel unsupported in their struggles.”

“Validating one’s experiences and seeking community support can be essential to counteracting these effects,” she added.

And for anyone who feels that the validity of their experiences with racism and discrimination are being questioned, Cwynar recommends that you find supportive spaces and communities where your feelings can be validated.

“Journaling their experiences can help clarify their thoughts and feelings,” she said.

“Ultimately, these conversations highlight the ongoing need for open dialogue about race, identity, and the intersections within the music industry and beyond,” she added. “We have come a long way but we have to still continue to move forward with patience and making space for everyone.”